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Updated January 10, 2024·
The LG UP7000 is less expensive and has good gaming performance, but it struggles in dark rooms and doesn't produce very bright images. The TCL S555, while slightly less expensive, offers substantially better picture quality, making it excellent for movies and series, and performs well both in dark and bright rooms. However, it has a lower gaming performance compared to the LG UP7000. For dark room viewing and watching movies, the TCL S555 is the better choice. If gaming is a priority and saving a bit on the cost is important, the LG UP7000 might be more suitable. Both TVs have limitations with viewing angles and sound quality. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the LG UP7000 (LCD)
- Good for upscaling
Advantages of the TCL S555 (LCD)
- Good for bright room
- Good for dark room
- Good for movies & TV
- Good for news, talk, & other TV
- Very good for cartoons & animation
Key differences
Picture Quality
5.6
7.8
5.37/10
CONTRAST
9.07/10
5.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.3/10
LED
PANEL TYPE
LED FALD
IPS
PANEL SUB-TYPE
VA
The TCL S555 (LCD) has good picture quality, while the LG UP7000 (LCD) has poor picture quality.
Movies & TV
5.1
7.9
5.37/10
CONTRAST
9.07/10
5.1/10
BLACK UNIFORMITY
7.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.4/10
Yes
HDR10 SUPPORT
Yes
No
HDR10+ SUPPORT
Yes
No
DOLBY VISION SUPPORT
Yes
The TCL S555 (LCD) is good for movies & TV, while the LG UP7000 (LCD) is poor.
The LG UP7000 has lower contrast, lacks local dimming, and shows weaker black uniformity compared to the TCL S555, which limits its ability to display deep blacks and delineate fine details in dark scenes, crucial for movies and cinematic content. Conversely, the TCL S555 shines in these areas with higher contrast, effective local dimming, and better black uniformity, enabling it to provide a more immersive viewing experience for movies and cinematic TV.
Gaming
5.6
6.7
5.9/10
RESPONSE TIME SCORE
7.0/10
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
6.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
0.0/100
GAMING LOCAL DIMMING
80.0/100
5.9/10
GAME HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.3/10
The TCL S555 (LCD) is only fair for gaming, while the LG UP7000 (LCD) is poor.
The LG UP7000 has a poorer response time than the TCL S555, which is significant for gaming as it affects how quickly the display can change from one image to another. In addition, while both TVs have low input lag which is good for gaming responsiveness, the better response time of the TCL S555 provides a smoother gaming experience overall.
Cartoons & Animation
5.6
8.4
5.8/10
COLOR GAMUT SCORE
7.4/10
5.8/10
COLOR VOLUME SCORE
7.3/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
5.2/10
COLORS OUT OF THE BOX SCORE
8.6/10
6.6/10
GRAY UNIFORMITY
6.4/10
The TCL S555 (LCD) is very good for cartoons & animation, while the LG UP7000 (LCD) is poor.
The TCL S555 is very good for watching cartoons and animation because it displays very good colors directly out of the box and offers a good color gamut, which involves a broader range of colors. In contrast, the LG UP7000 is considered poor for the same content as it shows poor performance in both out-of-the-box colors and color gamut.
News, Talk, & Other TV
5.9
7.0
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.4/10
The TCL S555 (LCD) is good for news, talk, & other TV, while the LG UP7000 (LCD) is poor.
The LG UP7000 has poor upscaling and SDR brightness, meaning it doesn't handle lower resolution content found in many TV broadcasts well, nor does it shine in brighter environments. On the other hand, the TCL S555 offers good upscaling and very good SDR brightness, providing clearer images for standard definition content and better visibility in well-lit rooms, making it more suitable for watching news and talk shows.
Bright Room
5.9
7.3
6.8/10
VIEWING ANGLE
5.5/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
5.7/10
HDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
7.0/10
6.0/10
REFLECTIONS SCORE
5.9/10
The TCL S555 (LCD) is good for bright room, while the LG UP7000 (LCD) is poor.
The LG UP7000 struggles with SDR and HDR brightness, making it less suitable for bright rooms, while the TCL S555 is better at handling reflections and offers good SDR brightness, enhancing visibility in well-lit environments. Contrast and colors are also factors, but the TCL S555 stands out due to its performance with brightness and reflections for watching TV in bright conditions.
Cost
$460
$430
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The LG UP7000 (LCD) has a price of $460 and the TCL S555 (LCD) costs $430.
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Key similarities
Sports
6.5
6.3
6.0/10
MOTION PROCESSING
4.6/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
10.0/10
INPUT LAG SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
UPSCALING
5.4/10
6.8/10
SDR BRIGHTNESS SCORE
8.5/10
Yes
HLG SUPPORT
Yes
The LG UP7000 (LCD) and TCL S555 (LCD) are both only fair for sports.
Both the LG UP7000 and TCL S555 are considered fair for watching sports due to limitations in their performance with motion processing and response time, which are crucial for smooth fast-paced action. Additionally, they both have fair reflection handling, but while the LG UP7000 has a better viewing angle making it more suitable for wider seating arrangements, the TCL S555 struggles in this area yet offers better gray uniformity, affecting how evenly the action is presented across the screen.
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How the LG UP7000 (LCD) and the TCL S555 (LCD) compare to other TVs
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| LG UP7000 (LCD) | TCL S555 (LCD) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$460 | $430 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | LG | TCL | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | November 2, 2021 | September 1, 2022 | |
Full name | |||
Full name | 50UP7000 | 50S555 | |
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 50" | 50" | |
Screen Resolution | |||
Screen Resolution | 4K | 4K | |
TV FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Operating System | |||
Operating System | webOS | Roku TV | |
Sound Quality Score | |||
Sound Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.1/10 | |
NextGen Ready | |||
NextGen Ready | No | No | |
HDMI Ports | |||
HDMI Ports | 2 | 4 | |
Coax Ports | |||
Coax Ports | 1 | 1 | |
DISPLAY QUALITY SCORES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Picture Quality Score | |||
Picture Quality Score | 5.6/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Bright Room Score | |||
Bright Room Score | 6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 5.7/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Movies & TV Score | |||
Movies & TV Score | 5.1/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Sports Score | |||
Sports Score | 6.5/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | |||
Dimensions w/o Stand (H x W x D) | 25.7" x 44.2" x 3.5" | 25.3" x 43.8" x 3" | |
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | |||
Dimensions with Stand (H x W) | 28.3" x 44.2" | 27.2" x 43.8" | |
Weight without Stand | |||
Weight without Stand | 20.9 lbs | 24.5 lbs | |
VESA Mount | |||
VESA Mount | 300 x 300 | 200 x 200 | |
DISPLAY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Color Depth | |||
Color Depth | 10 bit | 11 bit | |
Black Frame Insertion | |||
Black Frame Insertion | No | Yes | |
Auto Low Latency Mode | |||
Auto Low Latency Mode | Yes | Yes | |
Contrast | |||
Contrast | 5.4/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Local Dimming | |||
Local Dimming | 2.5/10 | 6.1/10 | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Speaker Setup | |||
Speaker Setup | 2.0 | 2.0 | |
Speaker Power | |||
Speaker Power | 20 W | 20 W | |
Dolby Atmos | |||
Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes | |
DTS:X | |||
DTS:X | No | No | |
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Caleb Denison | December 2022
"It looks great out of the box and the picture quality it is rock-solid for the price. (...) What really makes this a decent gaming TV, though, is the very low input lag. (...) But if you want to save a little money, the TCL S555 strikes a great balance between cost and performance – the kind of performance that’s impressive enough to deliver some wow to your eyes. (...)"
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About LG
LG, a prominent TV brand from Korea, has played a significant role in popularizing OLED TVs. OLED technology is hailed as the future of TV technology. Their TVs employ WebOS, a proprietary smart TV software that not only offers seamless functionality but also includes gaming-specific features, earning praise from players worldwide. Often regarded as the gateway to unparalleled viewing experiences, LG's mid-range OLEDs come highly recommended, making them a worthwhile investment for those willing to stretch their budget for superior quality.
About TCL
TCL, the highly recognizable TV brand from China, has firmly established itself as the second-largest manufacturer in terms of sales volume. Renowned for striking an impressive balance between affordability, picture quality, and design, TCL TVs deliver a compelling overall package. While they have traditionally excelled in the low-end and midrange TV segments, TCL has recently made remarkable strides in the realm of high-end televisions, introducing impressive models that rival top competitors. Most TCL TVs use Roku software which is very user friendly and easy to use, but they have a few other models that use Google TV which has the largest app selection, but is not as user friendly as Roku.
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